Pope Francis in hospital for scheduled check-up, says Vatican

"The Holy Father has been at Gemelli (Hospital) since this afternoon for some previously scheduled checks," wrote Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni in a one-sentence statement.

Published on: Mar 29, 2023, 20:20:38 IST

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The Vatican said Wednesday that Pope Francis, 86, was in hospital in Rome for health checks that it said were previously scheduled.

Pope Francis stands during a general audience at St Peter's Square, Vatican City, March, 29. (via REUTERS)

"The Holy Father has been at Gemelli (Hospital) since this afternoon for some previously scheduled checks," wrote Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni in a one-sentence statement.

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